About
A short-lived perennial with trailing stems bearing narrow, blue-green leaves and bicoloured, purple and orange flowers 2.5cm in length in short racemes in summer.
About the genus
Linaria can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous perennials, with simple leaves and terminal racemes of 2-lipped flowers with conspicuous spurs
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitTrailing
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesGravel garden, Rock garden, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Native toC & S Europe
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, light, well-drained soil in full sun
PruningAfter flowering, plants can be cut back to prevent self-seeding
PropagationPropagate by seed, division and basal cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to powdery mildews